THE DAVAO City Police Office (DCPO) is investigating a viral social media post showing a police mobile violating a “No U-Turn” sign.
The post, originally shared by the Facebook page “Davao Idiot Drivers 2.0” on March 24, 2025, caught the attention of acting city director Col. Hansel Marantan.
Despite the video having been reposted multiple times, Col. Marantan has directed Major Marc Anthony Egos, acting station commander of Police Station 18-Bajada, to conduct a thorough investigation and take appropriate action.
“If it is determined that the personnel involved committed the violation without a valid and justifiable reason, they will be subject to proper sanctions by DCPO regulations,” Col. Marantan stated.
The DCPO emphasized that adherence to traffic laws is a fundamental responsibility for all law enforcement officers.
“As officers of the law, we are expected to uphold the highest standards of discipline and integrity by strictly adhering to traffic regulations,” Col. Marantan said.
He clarified that U-turns in restricted areas should only occur during emergencies or situations requiring immediate police intervention.
Col. Marantan stressed that police officers must serve as role models for responsible road behavior, as upholding traffic laws strengthens public trust and reinforces the credibility of law enforcement in Davao City.
DCPO spokesperson Captain Hazel Tuazon confirmed that the video was reposted but that an investigation has been ordered.
“As per PS18 Bajada, the video was reposted. However, the city director still ordered an investigation by the Station Commander,” she said.
Tuazon also stated that they would investigate whether the person who uploaded the video was the driver or a passenger. If the driver uploads the video while driving, they will face a violation of Republic Act 10913, the Anti-Distracted Driving Act.
“The Anti-Distracted Driving Act prohibits the use of mobile communication devices while driving,” Tuazon explained.
“Violators will be penalized with a fine of five thousand pesos (Php5,000) for the first offense, ten thousand pesos (Php10,000) for the second offense, and fifteen thousand pesos (Php15,000) for the third offense, with a three-month suspension of the driver’s license,” she said.
